Pop Up Museum

Welcome to Pop Up Museum on ChangeX. Through talking, objects and stories, I believe we can bridge gaps that are seemingly impossible to span. Pop Up Museum is all about lifting up the unique perspective of the individual, inspiring participants to listen, and empowering people to share their stories. Here you'll find all you need to get started. We're looking forward to seeing what you create in your community!

Michelle DelCarlo, Creator of PopUp Museum

We’ve all got fascinating things, but not everyone gets to show them off in a museum. Thanks to the Pop Up Museum, that’s all about to change…The Pop Up Museum is a temporary exhibit created by the people who show up to participate. It works by choosing a theme and venue and then inviting people to bring an object on-topic to share. Participants write a label for their objec...

We’ve all got fascinating things, but not everyone gets to show them off in a museum. Thanks to the Pop Up Museum, that’s all about to change…The Pop Up Museum is a temporary exhibit created by the people who show up to participate. It works by choosing a theme and venue and then inviting people to bring an object on-topic to share. Participants write a label for their object and leave it on display. A Pop Up Museum usually lasts for a few hours on one day. Popping up in unorthodox arts spaces, like libraries, town squares, parks or even a local cafe. Pop Up Museums focus on bringing people together in conversation through stories, art, and objects. They can happen anytime, anywhere, and with any community.

I just love that Pop Up Museum is very inclusive. You can touch everything. And I love that you write the labels cause sometimes you look at art and you’re like, ‘What was the person thinking?’ Everyone’s descriptions in their own words is very accessible.

Pop Up Museum participant

How to get involved

Time:
Pop Up Museums happen on one day but you'll need to plan a month or two in advance.

Want to host your own Pop Up Museum? Check out our Organizer’s kit below which offers tips and step-by-step advice on hosting Pop Up Museums. Remember They can happen anytime, anywhere, and with any community!

5 Steps

Choose a ThemeChoose a time, date and locationWork with a collaboratorInvite peopleHost the Event

Who?

Is passionate about storytelling, art and bringing people togetherLoves facilitating events and conversations